The 12th class History of Pakistan Paper Pattern 2025 for F.A Part 2 has been officially released by the Punjab Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (PBISE). This comprehensive guide provides students with the complete examination structure to help them prepare strategically for their annual exams.
History of Pakistan is a crucial subject for arts students that covers Pakistan’s historical journey from independence to contemporary developments. Understanding the paper pattern is essential for maximizing performance in this important subject.
| History of Pakistan Paper Pattern for F.A Part 2 (2025) – Punjab Board | |
|---|---|
| Board Name | All Punjab Boards |
| Class | 12th Class / F.A Part 2 |
| Subject | History of Pakistan |
| Academic Year | 2025 |
| Exam Type | Annual |
| Paper Start Date | April 2025 |
📌 Exam Structure Overview
| Component | Marks | Time | Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Objective (MCQs) | 20 | 30 mins | 20 |
| Subjective | 80 | 2 hours 30 mins | 6 |
| Total | 100 | 3 hours | – |
12th Class History of Pakistan Paper Pattern 2025
1. Objective Type (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 20
- Time Allowed: 30 minutes
- Number of Questions: 20 (All compulsory)
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark per question
- Syllabus Coverage:
- Pakistan Movement
- Constitutional Development
- Foreign Policy
- Economic History
2. Subjective Type
- Total Marks: 80
- Time Allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Section Breakdown:
- Short Questions Part A: Attempt 8 out of 12 (2 marks each → 16 marks)
- Short Questions Part B: Attempt 9 out of 13 (2 marks each → 18 marks)
- Long Questions: Attempt 3 out of 5 (10 marks each → 30 marks)
- Source-Based Questions: 16 marks
✅ Applicable Punjab Boards
This pattern applies to all Punjab Boards, including:
- BISE Lahore
- BISE Gujranwala
- BISE Faisalabad
- BISE Multan
- BISE Rawalpindi
- BISE Sargodha
- BISE Bahawalpur
- BISE Sahiwal
- BISE DG Khan
💡 Preparation Tips
- Focus on Chronological Events – Create timelines for important historical events
- Master Constitutional Developments – High-weightage topic for long questions
- Practice Source-Based Questions – 16 marks are allocated to document analysis
- Memorize Key Dates – Essential for MCQs and short answers
- Time Management:
- 30 mins for MCQs
- 60 mins for short questions
- 90 mins for long and source-based questions
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the paper pattern same for all Punjab Boards?
A: Yes, all PBISE-affiliated boards follow this identical pattern.
Q: How to score high in source-based questions?
A: Practice analyzing historical documents and speeches with contextual understanding.
Q: Which periods have the highest weightage?
A: 1947-1971 (30%), Constitutional Developments (25%), Foreign Policy (20%).
Q: Are maps included in the paper?
A: No, this is purely a theory-based paper.
Q: When will 2025 exams start?
A: Expected March-April 2025 (exact dates will be announced by boards).
Subject Wise 12th Class Pairing Scheme – All Punjab Board
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